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<strong>Yoshizumi</strong> <strong>Hu</strong> <strong>Sui</strong> <strong>Kite</strong>DirectionsEach Kit includes:1 paper sail (traditional Japanesewashi paper)1 17 7/8” bamboo spar2 21 5/8 bamboo spars2 strips of paper for tail1 kite line and winderYou Supply:Markers or water base paints for decoratingGlue:Use Elmer’s blue label.DO NOT USE ELMER’S BLACK LABEL SCHOOL GLUE.Toothpick<strong>Kite</strong> Construction1Decorate the front of thekite (UNPRINTED SIDE),if you wish, with markers,colored pens, stamps, orwater base paints. Note:side with extra ½” of roomis the top of the kite.34Use the same process toglue the two 21 5/8” sparsdiagonally between thedotted lines. Make surethat each spar is evenwith the bottom edge ofthe paper sail.Apply a light layer of glueto the paper sail ABOVEthe top spar, and fold thepaper over all the sparsat the top. Use a finger topress the paper into placealong the top spar andremove any air pockets.6Use a toothpick to make twoholes for the bridle 5 ¼”from the top of the kite asindicated, as close as possibleto the vertical spar. From thefront of the sail, thread oneend of the kite string throughone hole, around the back ofthe vertical spar, and backthrough the matching hole onthe other side of the spar. Tiea secure knot.If wind is heavy, addmore tail pieces tomake the tails longer.2Apply a light layer of gluealong the 17 7/8 spar.Note: Put glue on thespar, not on the paper.Position the spar betweenthe dotted lines down themiddle of the sail, lettingextra bamboo hang overthe bottom of kite.5Attach paper tails overthe spars at each bottomcorner of the sail, whereindicated.Note: The paper tails willwork better if they arecrumpled and smoothed.When the paper is soft, itmakes the tails stablizeand flutter better in thewind.Attach thekite line tothe bridleloop.071009
Telephone: (206) 282-4349 Office Hours: Monday thru Friday 9am-5pmFax: (206) 284-5471 Research Hours: by appointment onlyinformation@drachen.org Website: http://www.drachen.org3131 Western Ave. M321, Seattle, WA 98121-1036<strong>Yoshizumi</strong><strong>Hu</strong> <strong>Sui</strong> <strong>Kite</strong>or Japanese Single Line <strong>Kite</strong>Nobuhiko <strong>Yoshizumi</strong><strong>Hu</strong> <strong>Sui</strong> <strong>Kite</strong> Designer:Nobuhiko <strong>Yoshizumi</strong>In 1995, the <strong>Drachen</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> was founded as a non-profit kite research and study center. The <strong>Foundation</strong>takes its name from the German word drachen, which can mean either kite or dragon. The <strong>Drachen</strong><strong>Foundation</strong> houses a small library, slide collection, and kite archive, all available to those interested inincreasing their knowledge of kites from historical, cultural, scientific, or artistic viewpoints.The <strong>Foundation</strong> collaborates with non-profit education organizations to teach kite making to the public, andto showcase kites from around the world. In addition, the <strong>Foundation</strong> works to place teachers in contactwith area kite makers to bring the experience of kite making to students and children of all ages. We offerseveral publications and kite kits for educators who are interested in using kites in their classroom.THE DRACHEN FOUNDATION ONLINE STORENobuhiko <strong>Yoshizumi</strong> of Kyoto, Japan, has beencrafting exquisite miniature kites for years.From complex and detailed hawk kites to simpleand elegant kimono-shaped kites, <strong>Yoshizumi</strong>works on a small scale that takes years ofpatience and practice to perfect.An active member of the Kyoto <strong>Kite</strong> Associationand the International Friends of Small <strong>Kite</strong>sorganization ,<strong>Yoshizumi</strong> shares his expertisefreely. To communicate with his fellow kitemakers around the globe, <strong>Yoshizumi</strong> uses detaileddrawings that eliminate the need for language.The <strong>Drachen</strong> <strong>Foundation</strong> Online Store features kite making materials and inexpensive kite kits,designed by master kite makers from around the world. Many kits use traditional materials—bamboo and washi (Japanese paper). Kits include:• Brasington Bird <strong>Kite</strong>• Bug <strong>Kite</strong>• Cambodian Khleng Bao <strong>Kite</strong>• <strong>Hu</strong> <strong>Sui</strong> <strong>Kite</strong>• Guatemalan Children’s <strong>Kite</strong>• Fish <strong>Kite</strong>• Kaku Dako• Koma Dako• Korean Bird <strong>Kite</strong>• Rokkaku <strong>Kite</strong>• Trapezoid <strong>Kite</strong>• Butterfly <strong>Kite</strong>• Buka/Suruga 2-in-1 <strong>Kite</strong>• Sode/Rokkaku 2-in-1 <strong>Kite</strong>• Tetrahedral <strong>Kite</strong>• Salmon <strong>Kite</strong>• Box <strong>Kite</strong>• Beetle <strong>Kite</strong>• Dihedral Diamond <strong>Kite</strong>• Korean Fighter <strong>Kite</strong>• Flying Squirrel <strong>Kite</strong>• Jellyfish <strong>Kite</strong>• Octopus <strong>Kite</strong>• Chinese Emperor <strong>Kite</strong>• Cobra <strong>Kite</strong>• Catfish <strong>Kite</strong>• Paper DakoNobuhiko <strong>Yoshizumi</strong>The DF Online Store also carries DIY kite making materials—bamboo spars and Tyvek TM —as well aspublications and media about kites, kite pins, gift items, and apparel.Use secure online ordering at www.drachen.org, or call 206-282-4349.3131 Westerm Ave. M321Seattle, WA 98121-1036T: (206) 282-4349 F: (206) 284-5471e-mail: information@drachen.orgWebsite: http://www.drachen.org
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